CHNADIGARH: The problem of drug abuse in Punjab is a serious social challenge that requires collective efforts from all sections of society to be eradicated at its roots, Rashtriya Swamyamsevak Sangh Akhil Bhartiya Sah-Prachar Pramukh Pradeep Joshi said on March 19, 2026.
He said that the RSS is actively collaborating with more than 145 non-governmental organisations across the state to strengthen its anti-drug campaign.
To address this, the RSS has been organising awareness campaigns, counselling sessions and motivational programmes for the youth. Through these initiatives, young people are being encouraged to stay away from substance abuse and adopt a positive and constructive lifestyle, he said.
He also expressed concern over the issue of religious conversions, stating that in some instances, conversions occur by taking advantage of a lack of awareness in society as well as prevailing economic and social conditions.
He emphasised the need for society to remain vigilant and maintain mutual unity on this matter.
He further stressed that such challenges can be effectively addressed only through awareness and constructive dialogue. Sangh is undertaking various initiatives to engage youth as active participants in nation-building.
Efforts are being made to connect young individuals, particularly those lacking employment opportunities or direction, with skill development programmes, volunteer activities and social initiatives, he said.
He also said that the primary objective of the Sangh is to spread awareness in society and bring people together, so that Punjab can be made drug-free.
“The main task of the Sangh is to run a Shakha. A Shakha, a meeting, a group, a structure is run. Organization, set-up is run through that. On which the main focus of all the Sangh officials, the main focus of all the Sangh workers is on that”, he said.
